Reborn to Outshine My Ex and His White Moonlight

Gong Chen walked into the living room and saw Lin Zhiyi's profile bathed in a warm glow from the firelight.

Even her smile had become exceptionally gentle.

"What are you playing?"

"Shh."

At the sound, Lin Zhiyi put her index finger up.

Gong Chen got closer and realized that all three children had fallen asleep.

Zhong Min said, "The three kids had so much fun today that they got tired. Zhiyi, thank you so much, Siyi and little Xi haven't been this happy for a long time."

"Xingxing is the same. Well, we should head back now."

Lin Zhiyi helped Zhong Min up.

Zhong Min nodded. "Take care. Come again when you have time."

"Sure."

...

Su He Bay.

Xingxing must really be exhausted from playing, as he was already starting to snore on the little bed.

Lin Zhiyi chuckled and gave Xingxing's nose a gentle tweak.

Before she could put her hand down, Gong Chen had pulled her out of the children's room.

As soon as she sat on the sofa, Gong Chen took out the first aid kit.

He then lifted her sleeve to reveal a few scattered red marks.

Lin Zhiyi asked in surprise, "How did you know?"

Gong Chen lowered his head to examine the injuries.

"You usually complain about long sleeves getting in the way, but this time you pulled them down so low; there had to be something wrong."

"I haven't cooked in so long that I forgot about the oil temperature, and I accidentally... I didn't want the elders to notice. It's okay, I rinsed it with cold water."

Lin Zhiyi tried to pull her hand back, but he held it tighter.

"Don't move. Do you want a scar?"

As he spoke, he opened the ointment to treat her wounds.

The wound wasn't serious, but the skin was slightly wrinkled and looked like it might blister.

Once she had the ointment on, the man suddenly lowered his head and blew gently on her hand.

A cool breeze swept over.

Lin Zhiyi was a bit stunned.

"What are you daydreaming about? Does it still hurt?"

The man looked up at Lin Zhiyi, his long eyelashes fluttering. His pitch-black eyes had a mesmerizing power that made her heart skip a beat.

She pressed her lips together. "No, it doesn't hurt anymore."

To prove it didn't hurt, she moved her hand and accidentally tugged on the wound, causing her to frown.

Instantly, she felt a bit embarrassed.

Gong Chen picked up a candy from the table and popped it into her mouth.

"Have a piece of candy."

"I'm not a child. This pain is nothing."

Lin Zhiyi pretended to relax her hand, stubbornly.

Gong Chen leaned back against the sofa, watching her with a laugh, seeing through her facade.

Lin Zhiyi always felt like she was so easily read by him.

She pursed her lips, licking the powdered sugar on them.

The man looked at her, and his eyes gradually deepened, his throat moving as he pressed down her head.

As he was about to get close, Lin Zhiyi covered his mouth.

"Don't tell me you want to taste the candy too."

"..."

He was out of words.

Lin Zhiyi stared at him. "Stop learning things you shouldn't."

Gong Chen bent his long legs, blocking Lin Zhiyi's body, nodding slightly.

Only then did Lin Zhiyi release him and continue eating the candy.

The candy melted on her tongue, requiring a sucking motion.

Her lips pursed slightly, making a soft noise.

Then the candy was chewed and swallowed.

The man propped his chin, staring at her lips, his gaze indecipherable.

"Is it good?"

"Mm." Lin Zhiyi nodded.

"What flavor?"

"Peach. There are more on the table." Lin Zhiyi pointed to the box of candies on the table.

Gong Chen grunted, leaned forward, and suddenly moved in close, kissing Lin Zhiyi's lips covered in powdered sugar.

Lin Zhiyi tried to back away but found herself surrounded, with no escape.

A moment later, he lightly released her lips.

"I didn't taste the candy; I just wanted to taste peach-flavored Lin Zhiyi."

"You..."

He could come up with any excuse.

The man rolled over, trapping Lin Zhiyi beneath him.

His fingers slipped under her hem, caressing her soft waist.

Their foreheads touched.

"Your mom said she'd like Xingxing to accompany her."

"Mm?"

"So she and Second Brother can get used to having a child early."

"So?" Lin Zhiyi held her breath.

"Tomorrow, I'll drop Xingxing off there, and then during the holidays, we won't leave the bedroom."

The man's voice was hoarse, with a heated undertone.

Lin Zhiyi's pupils quivered. "Are you crazy?"

"I can't help it. When I'm with you, I lose control."

"No." Lin Zhiyi refused.

"Five days. I just want to be with you."

"No."

"Three days."

"No... mmm..."

"It's settled then."

The man kissed her deeply, giving Lin Zhiyi no chance to resist.

The next day, Xingxing was sent to Liu He.

Fortunately, Xingxing liked Liu He.

The following three days, Gong Chen kept his word and stayed inside.

But not just in bed all the time.

Even while on break, he couldn't completely rest and needed to handle sudden situations.

Lin Zhiyi worked at another desk, designing her own things.

The two didn't interfere with each other, yet they enjoyed this alone time together.

A glance was enough to know what the other was thinking.

They liked to curl up on the sofa, eating meals while watching movies.

In the evenings, they'd go for a walk downstairs.

In the mornings, they'd take turns making breakfast; Third Young Master's cooking skills were finally coming back a bit.

They were such ordinary activities, but it had been rare for her and Gong Chen to spend time alone like this lately.

After three days, Gong Chen started getting more work calls.

Mostly for social engagements.

Gong Chen declined what he could but had to attend those he couldn't.

After all, in business, maintaining relationships is necessary.

Now it was Lin Zhiyi who couldn't see him for three days at a time.

Lin Zhiyi didn't think too much; she needed to finish a batch of designs for her studio's grand opening new products anyway.

So during the day, she sent Xingxing to Liu He, and in the evening, the driver would pick him up.

This day went like any other.

Gong Chen went out for a lunch meeting, and after eating, Lin Zhiyi went into the study to continue working on her designs.

She didn't expect a call from Sister Zhou, whom she hadn't contacted in a long time.

"Zhiyi, Happy New Year! How have you been lately?"

"Good, how about you? How's it feel to be back in your hometown?"

Lin Zhiyi reminisced about the fun times when she was neighbors with Sister Zhou.

In those tough and stubborn days, Sister Zhou had always been there for her.

Sister Zhou hesitated. "I didn't go back. I sent some money home, saying I couldn't get a ticket. My parents said to forget it; money could still be saved on travel."

Lin Zhiyi thought about Sister Zhou's family, where gender preference was heavy, and everything was always in favor of her brother.

"It's also nice not to go back; you can have a bit more freedom."

"I'm not alone." Sister Zhou giggled.

"Is there something going on?"

"Yes, I'm planning to get married, and I wanted to send you an invitation and catch up with you."

"Sure, I'd love to hear all about it."

They set a time in the afternoon to meet.

Lin Zhiyi tidied up and went out.

Sister Zhou said she'd gotten promoted again this year, so she took Lin Zhiyi to a nice place to relax.

There were a few friends joining too.

After taking a taxi to the venue, Lin Zhiyi saw Sister Zhou waiting at the entrance.

"Zhiyi! Love has certainly enhanced you; you're looking more and more beautiful."

"You too, I almost didn't recognize you. Is your fiancé here?" Lin Zhiyi looked around.

"No, it's a girls' night I organized. No men allowed. I'll make him treat you to dinner another day," Sister Zhou laughed.

Seeing Sister Zhou smile, Lin Zhiyi felt reassured.

She had been worried Sister Zhou would be upset about not going home, but clearly, Sister Zhou was over her family issues.

Sister Zhou linked arms with Lin Zhiyi. "Come, everyone's here. We're just waiting on a few more to make the selection."

"Selection of what?"

Lin Zhiyi was puzzled.

She looked up and realized the sign in front of her was quite extravagant.